Anchorages in Northern Israel

Northern Israel — Border and Heritage Zone Warnings

Lebanese border (Rosh Hanikra): Do NOT approach within 1nm of the Israeli-Lebanese maritime border. Israeli Navy patrols this zone actively. No transit to Lebanese waters is possible from Israel. The Rosh Hanikra grottoes are accessible only by cable car from the cliff top — not by sea. Akko UNESCO World Heritage Site: No anchoring on ancient harbour structures — illegal under Israeli Antiquities Law. The Crusader city and harbour zone are protected under UNESCO and Israeli heritage law. Security screening mandatory at Akko and Haifa on arrival. Israeli cruising permit required throughout northern waters.